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Letter from the Publisher

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ey everybody February is here at last and winter is almost over. We are headed to the V-Twin dealer show in Cincinnati on the fifth which is a show that is open to industry people only and showcases what’s coming out in 2011and what’s going to be the next trend in the motorcycle industry. No one knows yet but most likely whatever it is, you’ll see it at this show first. Then, at the end of the month, it’s time for Daytona Beach Bike Week already. So, if your waiting till the last minute to bring your bike to your local shop or dealership, consider this... You’re not the only one that’s gonna be rushing around trying to get that new tire put on, you know, the one you should’ve replaced at the end of last year but put off till now. I know I can say it a million times and things will never change, especially since I’m guilty of it myself from time to time, but in my travels the last few months I saw a few shops that could use the work now. Just figured I’d mention it.

New Jersey has also taken a big step as far as motorcycle sales go... You will now be allowed to buy a motorcycle or a car on Sunday. Most of you probably never realized that Blue Laws prohibited the sale of motor vehicles on Sundays but it’s true. It never made any sense to me that you couldn’t make vehicle purchases on Sundays and it seems to me that Sunday would be one of the best days for sales as everybody is off from work for the most part. Check inside this issue for more information about it.

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WE NEED YOUR HELP The 2011 tour season has arrived and we need your help. We are beginning our fourth year writing “On The Road With Johnny & Jay”.

The article started as an annual summary, grew into quarterly and now a monthly series. We know you read it because we receive positive and negative feedback. So now is your opportunity to get in the mix. What would you like us to write about? Stories and reports from rallies, industry trends, hot chicks, the bar scene, you decide and we’ll dig through our memory banks, what’s left of them and come up with the article.

You can send your suggestions and pics to info@stripclubchoppers.com and if we choose your topic we’ll give you a shout out and post you and you photos on our brand new web site. It’s all about the brotherhood of bikers so jump right in and let us know what gets the gears turnin.

Daytona is right around the corner so shake off those cold winter blues and stop by and see us from March 4th to the 13th at the Hang Dawg Saloon across from the Iron Horse on US 1. Also be on the look out for our third rig this year, Strip Club Choppers West, now we can get to all of the shows that conflict with our regular stops, cause we hate to say no when it comes to doin a rally. So if there’s an event you would like to see us attend let the promoter know, or, once again, shoot us an e-mail and we’ll do our best to get out there no matter how big or small. Wooo Whoo here comes riding season SEE YOU ON THE ROAD!!!! For additional articles or info visit www.stripclubchoppers.com

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Not an excuse Just the reality Of the season I chose to ride in Cabin fever Sets in after Just a few days Away from the road Looking forward To melting snow And the sound of my pipes As she comes to life And takes me forward Into the horizon Of soon to be spring

SOLDIER OF CHRIST MOTORCYCLE MINISTRY, INC. AND SOLDIER OF CHRIST FELLOWSHIP Invites YOU to join us in worship and Bible study at Crockett Middle School Auditorium 2631 Kuser Road, Hamilton, NJ (609) 587-8838 Just 1/2 mile from Trenton World Class Harley-Davidson Sunday: Meet and Greet 10:30am 10:50am Worship 11:00am - 12:00pm •Contemporary Worship •Verse by Verse Study of Scripture •Casual Dress ALL WELCOME JESUS LOVES BIKERS TOO!

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Events Calendar

February 3rd . HARD CHARGERS LE MC NJ II at THE CABIN RESTAURANT, 984 HWY 33, HOWELL, NJ . 5pm - 10 pmCome down and eat, the restaurant is giving us 20 % of all proceeds between those hours. All monies we receive will be going to: NJ STATE POLICE PBA SURVIVAL & WELFARE FUND

February 4th . Barbs Harley-Davidson is Sponsoring WIP 610 and will be providing a new Harley Davidson as Grand Prize Wing Bowl 19 at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia. For more info www.wingbowl.cbslocal.com February 12th . Biker Down Fundraiser sponsored By the Red Knights NJ 13 Roast Beef dinner with the Snake oil Willie Band at the new ton VFW Mill St Newton doors open 6:30 $25.00 include food beer and wine kate 201-874-5910 or Joe 973-4182629 Ticket also available at Tramontin Harley February 12th . Liberty Harley-Davidson Valentine Blook Drive . Celebrate Valentine’s Day and find that special gift for the one you love…give the gift of chrome! And give the gift of LIFE at our first Blood Drive of the year!

February 12th . Health Awareness Day at Bergen Harley Davidson -Free screening for oral cancer ,cholesterol , blood pressure, Diabetes & and Tons of great info all free the first 200 get free bandanna and a free chocolate motorcycle February 19th . Open House & Veterans Appreciation Day . Rolling Thunder(R) Inc. Chapter 2 NJ10 am to 2 pm special guest Mrs. Judith Tapper/ GOLD STAR MOTHERInformational Fair Military Displays Free Refreshments 609-971-3544Bake SaleLacey Community HallRoute 9 and Lacey Rd. Forked River, NJ 08731 March 4th-13th . Daytona Bike Week

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RIDER INSURANCE CELEBRATES 40 YEARS IN THE MOTORCYCLE INDUSTRY SPRINGFIELD, N.J. – 2011 marks the 40th Anniversary of Rider Insurance. Currently the largest motorcycle insurance provider in New Jersey and the only company exclusively serving the motorcycle community, Rider attributes our success to the extraordinary support of our loyal customers and to the dedication of our employees in staying focused on what we do best – motorcycles.

“We understand the needs of our customers because we don’t just serve the community – we belong to it,” said Harry Bleiwise, chairman and founder of Rider Insurance. “It has been both a privilege and an honor to serve a group of people like no other in the world.”

Much has changed in the past four decades, and Rider Insurance has kept pace with that change. To see how far we’ve come, we need only look back at how it all started. Working out of the basement of his home, Harry Bleiwise founded Rider Insurance Agency in 1971 because, as a new member of the motorcycle community, he discovered that motorcyclists were not being treated with the respect they deserved. Harry wanted to do something to change that.

His dedication to motorcyclists was rewarded as, over the next six years, Harry gained the loyalty of over 20,000 New Jersey riders.

In 1977, one of the largest insurance companies that Harry’s agency was placing business with pulled out of the state of New Jersey. Rather than abandon his fellow riders and dedicated customers, Harry felt it was his responsibility to come to their aid. He invested everything that he had and borrowed the rest to come up with the capital required to start his own insurance company. On June 3, 1977, Rider Insurance Company, the only insurance carrier

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exclusively serving motorcyclists, opened for business.

Since opening our doors, we at Rider Insurance have prided ourselves on offering competitive rates, excellent coverage, and hassle free service. Our employees are committed to providing the outstanding service needed to allow riders to enjoy the freedom of the open road with peace of mind. Rider is also committed to giving back to the community and actively participates in numerous local and national motorcycle events. In addition, through the Bleiwise Family Charitable Foundations and general corporate sponsorships and donations, Rider has been able to support many worthy causes and organizations.

Although for many years Rider was only available in New Jersey, in 2007, after many requests, operations expanded into new states.

Rider now provides great coverage and service to motorcyclists in Indiana, Maryland, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia. While we’ve come a long way since Harry’s basement, we have remained true to our mission to serve the motorcycling community with the respect they deserve.

“In reaching this milestone, there is a great deal of appreciation and thanks owed to our employees, both past and present, as well as our valued loyal customers, without whom Rider would not be the company it is today,” said Charles Lally, President. “We plan to continue to grow and expand until we are able to provide the same great service to all riders across the country.”

For more information on Rider Insurance or to get a quick quote, call 800-595-6393 or visit www.rider.com.

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Happy Valentines Day everyone and welcome to “The Chef’s Lane”, where you’ll find the very best in Biker food and the Sweet side for Bikers by Bikers. This Months recipes are tailored around Sweethearts and Lovers, its amazing to see what people make for Valentines Day and many other Holidays to celebrate. Well, you need to checkout these recipes, we Bikers are lovers for sure, we love our bikes, women and good food!!

And it shows! Melody and Friends have awesome Desserts to top it all off, so have fun, enjoy and have a Happy Valentines Day,. Oh before I forget!! Happy Anniversary to my wife Melody! Love ya! Happy Birthday wishes to my Mom Angie, Daughter Tiffany and Grand Daughter Danielle, Happy Birthday!

Remember, ride safe and always EAT WELL! Chef FatBoy, Melody and Family Cherry-Chicken Pasta Salad . Submitted by: Dana Valenti, NY Ingredients 2-1/2 cups uncooked bow tie pasta 3-1/2 cups shredded cooked chicken 3 celery ribs, chopped 6 green onions, chopped 3/4 cup dried cherries 1 cup mayonnaise 2 teaspoons sugar 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard 1/8 teaspoon pepper Dash dried tarragon Directions: Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the chicken, celery, onions and cherries. Drain pasta and rinse in cold water; add to chicken mixture. Combine the mayonnaise, sugar, salt, mustard, pepper and tarragon. Pour over salad and toss to coat. Chill until serving. Yield: 6 servings.

Fruited Chicken Pasta Salad . Submitted by: peggy P. NJ Ingredients 2 cups uncooked bow tie pasta 2 cups cubed cooked chicken 1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained 1 cup halved green grapes 1/2 cup ranch salad dressing Directions: Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the chicken, mandarin oranges and grapes. Drain and rinse pasta with cold water; add to chicken mixture. Drizzle with salad dressing; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving. Yield: 6 servings.

Grilled Chicken Pasta Salad . Submitted by: holdonti, PA Ingredients: 1 cup uncooked rigatoni or large tube pasta 1 boneless skinless chicken breast half (6 ounces) 1/4 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning 1 cup fresh broccoli florets 1/4 cup chopped sweet red pepper 1/4 cup chopped red onion 1/4 cup Parmesan peppercorn ranch salad dressing 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese 1-1/2 teaspoons lemon juice Directions: Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, sprinkle the chicken with lemon-pepper. Using long-handled tongs, moisten a paper towel with cooking oil and lightly coat the grill rack. Grill chicken, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 7-8 minutes on each side or until a meat thermometer reads 170°. Cut into 1-in. cubes. Drain pasta. In a large bowl, combine the pasta, chicken, broccoli, red pepper, red onion, salad dressing, cheese and lemon juice; toss to coat. Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate until serving. Yield: 2 servings.

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15TH ANNUAL BLESSING OF THE BIKES May 2nd, 2010 . Whiting, NJ Story, Ridin’ & Pics by Lutz

(A nice story to get ya thinkin’ of spring!)

All right, got the oil changed in the bike, batteries good, tires look good, what else do I need for the season?

Hmmmm... Got it! Gotta get my bike blessed! And it just so happens I know the man to do that.

For the last 15 years, when you’re in Central/South Jersey, there’s only one man that comes to mind, Father Paul Van Sant.

Traditionally, starting years ago down around Berlin, South Jersey and in the recent years, the Whiting New Jersey area, Father Paul, as he’s affectionately known, is a motorcyclist himself. His blessing of the bikes at the start of the riding year has definitely created a following through the years. As we pulled in to St. Stephen’s Church in Whiting, the parking lot was jammed with all kinds of riders and bikes. With the anticapated blessing at 2pm, we had a little time to kill so we checked out the lot full of bikes, went over to get something to eat and drink, caught up with some friends, old and new!

A band named “The Junkyard Dogs” were belting out some cool tunes, we got in on the 50/50, too. Before we knew it, the blessing started and Father Paul proceeded to come around (with some help, that’s alot of bikes now!) and blessed all the bikes and riders there.It’s great too that Father Paul is just as passionate with his annual bike blessing as he was 15 years back. So next year at this time when you think you have all you need done to your bike for spring, think again and check this one out... See you there!

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JOE NESLER Harley-Davidson Parts/Accesories Quality Installation•Repairs •Custom-Built Bikes•Powder Coating •Chrome Plating 1863 Woodbridge Avenue Edison, New Jersey 08817 732-819-3945 Fax: 732-819-3951

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® TOY RUN LIBERTYNovember HARLEY-DAVIDSON 2010 . Rahway, NJ Photos by ‘Pulsating Paula’

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KEYSTONE CHOPPERS Whatta you got?

To view this bike and other Keystone Choppers, visit their website located online at www.keystonechoppers.com.

Photographed by Mark Vetrini

ASK THE ATTORNEY By:

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1-888-CYCLE-LAW . LeeGaber@cycleattorney.com While this months column may be slightly off topic, I am asking, could the Arizona shooting tragedy happen again?

limits and/or made it legal to operate a vehicle with virtually no liability coverage available to compensate someone who may be injured as a result of someone else’s negligence.

The shooting which critically injured Congresswomen Gabrielle Giffords and mortally wounded several others, is certainly the worst tragedy I am aware of in 2011 and certainly ranks up there with one of the worst politically motivated shootings in recent history. Therefore I am asking given the current level of political infighting at both the State and National level, is this going to be the start of a new wave of domestic terrorism? Certainly politically motivated acts of violence are nothing new to our country, however, my fear is, given the current economic crisis, these types of shootings by outraged citizens may increase as more people become increasingly incensed by our local and federal governments inability to stop fighting and actually begin to solve some of our country’s problems.

While the argument for low limits is that it saves money, in the end, the cost for that savings is ultimately borne by the individual who is injured by someone who saved a few bucks by being allowed to purchase a bare minimum policy. Additionally many of those same legislators have voted to repeal some types of coverage that we were once required to purchase and as a result many who think they have full coverage on their vehicles, do not.

Make no mistake, the reason these policies are the way they are is because the State Legislatures have been lobbied hard by the insurance industry in order to allow the insurance companies to sell policies that are most profitable for them.

I don’t usually like to touch upon political issues, as I have found that regardless of political affiliation, offering an opinion on virtually any subject is often met with an equally passionate position on the other side leaving little room for compromise.

In the end, when someone is injured and learns that there is not enough insurance to cover their out-of-pocket expenses, medical bills, property damage, etc, this simply adds to the level of frustration that everybody continues to feel. The outrage may not be on the same level as issues such as gun control, abortion, social security, etc, but make no mistake, it is a serious problem that can and should be fixed by our representatives if they would just use some common sense and put our needs above their own.

However, this is why the politicians need to rise above their party lines and seek real solutions to the problems that we are all facing today!

In my small corner of the world, after twenty years, I am seeing more anger and frustration after an injury has occurred, primarily because the individual who has caused the injury, may have little or no insurance available to compensate the victim. In most cases this is because many drivers have chosen to purchase the minimum legal amounts of insurance, which in today’s dollars is woefully inadequate to compensate virtually anyone who suffers a serious injury. The reason we are allowed to purchase such low amounts of insurance in most states is because our legislatures set these minimums a long time ago and have refused to increase them. Some states, including New Jersey, have actually lowered the minimum

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What we need is solutions to our problems, not more finger pointing or blame!

I hope you find this information informative and if you would like additional information on this topic, or any other, I can always be reached at LeeGaber@cycleattorney.com or 1-888-CYCLE-LAW (1-888-292-5352).

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This is Kay who is 22 and hails from Mount Holly.

She’s fun, outgoing, big hearted and very hard working. A small town kinda girl who loves modeling.

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She is seen here on a hot North Jersey Custom. You can view more of their work online at www.northjerseycustoms.com.

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B E RG E N C O U N T Y HARLEY-DAVIDSON/BUELL 124 Essex Street • Rochelle Park, NJ 201-843-6930 www.bergenharleydavidson.com H I G H ROA D S HARLEY-DAVIDSON/BUELL 211 Woodbridge Avenue • Highland Park, NJ 732-985-7546 www.highroadshd.com LI B E RT Y HARLEY-DAVIDSON/BUELL 12 W. Milton Avenue • Rahway, NJ 732-381-2400 www.libertyharley.com

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COUNTY LINE CHOPPERS Photos by Sedrick Mitchell, Johnnie Woods (AKA Mr. JW)

Company: Countyline Choppers Phone: 315-593-2992 shop Email: pat@countylinchoppers.com Web: www.countylinechoppers.com Photos: Sedrick Mitchell; Johnnie Woods (AKA Mr. JW) Bike: Twisted Year/Make: 2010 Countyline Choppers Fabrication: Countyline Choppers Assembly: Countyline Choppers Build time: 3 months Engine: 113 Ultima Cases: Ultima Rods: Ultima Pistons: Ultima Cylinders: Ultima Heads: Ultima Cam: Ultima Ignition: Ultima Carb: Mikuni Pipes: Countyline Choppers Air Cleaner: Velocity stack Transmission: Accessories unlimited Primary: Mid West

Clutch: Mid West Frame: Kraft tech/Countyline Choppers Rake: 38 deg Stretch: 2 up Forks: springer Fork length: stock Additional rake in trees: none Front wheel: DNA Rear wheel: DNA Front Tire (size and make): 120-21 Metzler Rear Tire (size and make): 200-18 Metzler Rear suspension: rigid Front Brake: DNA Rear Brake: DNA Fuel Tank: Kustom werks/Countyline Choppers Oil Tank: V-twin/Countyline Choppers Fenders: Countyline Choppers Handlebars: Countyline Choppers Risers: DNA Sissy bar: Countyline Choppers Headlight: Drag Specialties Taillight: Countyline Choppers Hand Controls: Joker Grips: Accessories unlimited

Foot Controls: Switchblade billet Pegs: Switchblade billet Electrical: Countyline Choppers Painter: JT customs Color: Oriental blue Graphics: JT customs Polishing and chroming: Browns

Electrical: Seat:

Countyline Choppers War eagle

Favorite aspect of bike: Raffle bike all proceeds go to Carol Baldwin breast cancer research Special thanks to: Laura Karle, Dinosaur BBQ, TJ Sheean & Budweiser, Carol Baldwin

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THE MAGIC BUTTON... A HANDY THING TO HAVE! Okay, now I know it has been a while since I wrote an article about something weird that came in the shop, but I kinda took an unauthorized break that was badly needed. As most of you know by now, after 25 years or more, I closed down the shop. It was time to have the time to have a life and stop working six days a week and all kinds of hours, Hell, I ain`t getting any younger. But, I am still around doing bike stuff, I’m not hard to find.

Anywho... One of my customers whom I did a panhead for and whom, I might add, is past the 50 mark, finally bit the bullet, walked in the shop and said it was time to put an electric start on the pan.

Now anyone who knows pans, knows that they came with electric start the last year or so, they went to the shovel top on a pan bottom and they all had a button from there, basically. But the older ones, before the cast primaries, was not gonna happen.

So technology brings other things to light, as in inventive ways to put a button on a panhead. In come tech starters. They make a kit for pans with tin primaries, that I gotta say is well worth the money. The kit comes with all brackets and hardware, new oil tank, the complete starter assembly and relay and wire leads. Also a new rear fender mount and a belt drive kit that eliminates a lot of problems. By the way, you could use your original style clutch or a new updated style that further eliminates clutch problems. Depends how much you want to spend. They give you a lot of options when you order the setup. But everything is what you need, not crap that will wind up on the shelf.

So off with the rear fender, seat, oil tank and oil lines. Next go to the primary side and take it all off, outer cover, sprocket, chain and clutch basket. Last the inner tin.

Now this is where you have to start paying attention because there are a lot of things to do with this installation. This is not something you are going to do in your garage unless your garage is totally set up with welders and machines to do some of the work required. It does get technical. You will have the primary assembly on and off a bunch of times to do the steps needed to do all spacing, shimming, drilling and tapping needed to pull this off. It is a lot of work, but well worth it in the end.

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plate. They give you new bolts. Run a tap in the threads to make sure all is well. Don’t locktite these bolts yet. Fit all this stuff before any final assembly, you will have it out a time or two before you are done. This is a two piece mount. The mount that bolts to the starter has slotted holes. That is for setting the depth of the pinion gear to the ring gear. The pictures should give you a good idea of what is happening.

To fit the next support bracket, you have to take the ratchet top off, and the two holes closest to the ratchet (again, the destructions are important) need to be drilled out and heli-coils installed. This is important! The stock thread in the aluminum case will not hold up against the torque of the starter for long. If and when they let go, it will be a mess that you do not want to deal with. The holes can be done with the trans in the case, with the proper care. As you set up these brackets, use a marker to locate the position, so you can always go back to the mark. You may have to space the bracket on the top cover up, to get things to line up. I slotted the bolt hole in the top cover bracket to get a better alignment to the starter. Somewhere around this point, you have to install the new belt drive, do not use locktite!!! You will have to take it off later. Put the belt drive in tight enough to get the belt adjusted. You will have to re-adjust the rear chain, but that’s a no-brainer and can be done last. Now is when you have to slide the starter up and down on the bracket to set the gear lash on the pinion to ring gear. Follow the specs they give you.

Like I said, you are going to have the primary on and off a few times while this is being done. I can’t sit here and tell ya to be patient. I don’t have too much of that patience shit at any given time either and I had to step back a bunch of times and have a cold one cause it was getting on my nerves. It all works in the end. You are getting there, don’t start being a cry baby now!! The gear back lash is important, cause you do not want it too tight or it will tear up the ring and pinion gears, and you don’t want it too loose cause it will whine like your old lady when you want to go out with the guys and start grinding and breaking teeth off the gears. (Had a real good thing to go with breaking off teeth, but I figured to drop it, my wife reads this sometimes too!) So you have to take your time and get this part right.

I am gonna make this in two parts. There is a lot of shit going on here, and I need to show you the pics so you can sorta see what I’m yappin about. Besides that, I’m getting lazy this time of day, and I am going to crack one open and call it a day. Actually, feels good to sit here and two finger an article out. If I can get the other eight to get with the plan, it wouldn’t take me so long to type it. May have to look into hiring a scribe. That’s the ticket.

Hey, if you are looking for me, or not, I’m turning a wrench at Blockheads with Bob when I get itchy or Bob has something for me to do... Keeps me off the streets and out of trouble...

Sorta...

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NEW PRODUCTS FROM HARLEY-DAVIDSON®

NEW DUNLOP WIDE WHITEWALL TIRES FOR SPORTSTER MODELS Old School Style Available in 19-Inch Front and 16-Inch Rear Roll a Sportster® retro on new Wide Whitewall Dunlop® Harley-Davidson® D-401 Cruiser Tires (P/N 55193-10 100/90-19 front, $169.95; P/N 55192-10 150/80B16 rear, $222.95) from Harley-Davidson Genuine Motor Accessories®. The front tire features a 1.125-inch wide white stripe on the sidewall, while the rear has a 1.50-inch-wide stripe. These “wide whites” work with a variety of custom styles, especially when paired with classic black rims.

Recognized as a world-leader in motorcycle tire design, engineering and manufacturing excellence, Dunlop® Tires have provided original equipment and service replacement tires for Harley-Davidson Motorcycles since 1984. The D401 Cruiser Tires feature an advanced tread pattern and specifically formulated compound to deliver outstanding grip in wet or dry weather, and to provide long tire life. Fits 2004-later Sportster models.

NEW HARLEY-DAVIDSON FUEL STABILIZER Provides 12 Months of Protection from Ethanol-Related Fuel Issues Ideal for winter storage, the new Harley-Davidson® Fuel Stabilizer (P/N 94874-10, $5.95) from Genuine Motor Accessories® keeps fuel fresh for up to 12 months. Blended with corrosion inhibiters, this fuel stabilizer is formulated to protect fuel tanks, fuel lines, carburetors and injectors from long-term exposure to the adverse affects of ethanol-blended fuel. It fights deposits that can accumulate as a result of ethanol-produced solvents, and acts as a demulsifier to eliminate condensation in the motorcycle fuel system. A four-ounce bottle treats 10 gallons of fuel.

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AVAILABLE NOW AT YOUR LOCAL HARLEY DEALERS!

NEW 19-INCH AGITATOR FRONT WHEEL FOR HARLEY TOURING MODELS A Choice of Mirror Chrome or Contrast Chrome Finish The new 19-inch Agitator Front Wheel (P/N 55071-11 Mirror Chrome, $749.95; P/N 55070-11 Contrast Chrome, $549.95) was co-developed with Harley-Davidson Custom Vehicle Operations (CVO) specifically for Touring models. The Contrast Chrome version is original equipment on the 2011 CVO Street Glide, and is the largest-diameter front wheel offered by Harley-Davidson Genuine Motor Accessories.

The 19-inch Agitator features seven forward-facing spokes spiraling from the custom hub. The spokes blend to the edge of the rim, minimizing the profile of the wheel to give it a lighter, open look. The fully-polished, Mirror Chrome finish throws flashes of light with every movement. The blackand-chrome Contrast Chrome finish adds a more sinister look to a custom ride. Pair these 19-inch front wheels with a matching Agitator rear wheel and Agitator front brake rotors.

These cast-aluminum wheels have undergone hundreds of hours of realworld testing to meet the highest standards of performance and durability.

Installation requires the separate purchase of model-specific Wheel Installation Kit and Brake Rotor-specific hardware. See an authorized HarleyDavidson dealer for details. Fits 2009-later Road King®, Road Glide® and Street Glide® models, except Trike.

NEW HARLEY-DAVIDSON ENGINE BRIGHTENER Rejuvenate Wrinkle Black Paint on Engine and Drivetrain Covers New Harley-Davidson® Engine Brightener (P/N 93600002, $14.95) from Harley-Davidson Genuine Motor Accessories is designed to restore faded wrinkle-black paint on engine and powertrain components. H-D® Engine Brightener refreshes and rejuvenates engine cases, cylinder fins, covers, or anywhere else the wrinkle black color has faded or lost its luster. This finish restorer cleans deep into the wrinkle black surface, and “moisturizes” the finish to return the original satin sheen. Just spray it on, let it soak in, and wipe away for a fresh look. Offered in a generous 12-ounce spray bottle.

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PANSTOC K 2010 July 2010 . Jackson . NJ Story, Ridin’ & Pics by Lutz

There’s not a whole lot more I can say about Panstock but “what a cool f@#$in, gig!!!”

The story behind the madness started a few years back with Rich “Pan” Panarra, owner/proprietor of Darkstar Tattoo’s, wanting to put something together for his friends and customers, who many of them ride, to show his appreciation.

Rich, a diehard Panhead fan, just couldn’t imagine having to call his party anything but “PANSTOCK” and the rest is history. The ride that leaves from the tat shop prior to the party, is like being in a time warp. Panheads, shovelheads, knuckleheads, flatheads, all of Harley-Davidson’s best show up.

Though the years, countless roasted pigs, bands and smoked out tires... And don’t forget the libation!! This party never fails to hold its own. Countless ride in locally and from different states to share the atmosphere Rich has developed with this party throughout the years. Here’s to you and your family, Mr. Pan, for throwing one of the last true “old school” parties left.

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A.B.A.T.E. of the Garden State American Bikers Advocating Training and Education

The Mission:

To enhance and protect motorcyclists’ rights in New Jersey.  To make our voices heard regarding legislation on a local, state, and national level by creating a united community of motorcyclists connected through our organization;  Freedom from excessive government control;  Freedom from illogical and ignorant laws;  and Freedom from those who act against the wishes of the Constituents.

We need your support to help make New Jersey a safer and better place to ride. Visit www.gardenstateabate.org for breaking information on upcoming legislation and how we need you to respond. Your response to our legislators can make a difference.

A.B.A.T.E.-a motorcyclists’ rights organization (MRO) dedicated to preserving individual liberties and bikers’ rights.

A.B.A.T.E.-works to increase motorcycle awareness among motorists and supports voluntary rider training.

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Increased penalties for right of way violations causing injury or death Fight for increased penalties for and enforcement of distracted driving violations Maximum utilization of motorcycle safety funding program Promotion of driver and rider education courses and motorcycle awareness Modification of handlebar height laws Lane splitting per task force bill Option to proceed at unresponsive red lights Increased enforcement of covered load laws Legalize multiple motorcycles per parking spot Educated freedom of choice concerning helmet use for adults

What ABATE of the Garden State accomplished last year:    

May is OFFICIALLY designated as MOTORCYCLE AWARENESS MONTH Specialty tags will be available to MOTORCYCLES Got the MOTORCYCLE registration fee increase REDUCED from the proposed $86.50 to $65.00 Stopped the MVC from establishing “ROAD SIDE INSPECTIONS” in lieu of the current State inspections every two years.

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